McCall’s magazine, September 1942. Image via Envisioning the American Dream.
During World War 2, women engaged in wartime work could choose from a variety of sewing patterns for work wear. The array of coveralls available included the mechanic suit, a close cousin to the siren suit or air raid suit (see my earlier post here). This 1942 pattern from Simplicity shows a khaki version paired with a garrison cap:
Simplicity 4104 (1942) Image via the Vintage Patterns Wiki.
(You can see a contemporary photo of View 1 at Unsung Sewing Patterns.)
Happy Labour Day, everyone!
Tagged: 1940s, fashion, Labour Day, McCall's, sewing, Simplicity, vintage, WW2
